​Our Local Authority client, based in the Midlands, is currently recruiting for a Financial Services Manager (Deputy s.151 Officer) on a permanent basis.

The salary for this position is up to £54,603 dependent upon experience, and a flexible working pattern, with two days per week working from home.

Please note, Local Authority experience is essential and the successful candidate must be fully qualified.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

•    Manage a team of 12, including transactional services and accountants

•    Co-ordinate the preparation of annual estimates, budgets and determination of Council Tax

•    Ensure annual budget is monitored and adhered to, providing financial support to all sections

•    Create and provide a 5-year Medium Term Financial Plan

•    Provide strategic advice on all tax matters affecting the Council

•    Manage the production of year end accounts and liaise with External Auditors

•    Oversee the management of the Council’s investments, bank accounts and cash flow

•    Monitor Collection Funds, produce regular updates and management information relating to the Medium Term Financial Plan

Experience required:

•    CCAB qualified

•    Experience within Local Government

Rewards and Benefits:

•    Minimum 23 days’ annual leave

•    Flexi-time

•    Hybrid working

•    BUPA Wellbeing Cash Plan

•    Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Working hours:

•    37 hours per week

•    Monday - Friday 9am-5pm

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

KEYWORDS: Local Government; Estimates; Budgets; Year-end; Tax

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